How To Fix EC113 - Only functions (not menus) can be assigned to pushbuttons

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Only functions (not menus) can be assigned to pushbuttons

What causes this issue?

The buffer contains a menu to be used in a pushbutton. You can only
place menus in the menu bar or in a cascading menu.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Insert the buffer contents in the menu bar or in a cascading menu.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC113 - Only functions (not menus) can be assigned to pushbuttons ?

  The SAP error message EC113 ("Only functions (not menus) can be assigned to pushbuttons") typically occurs when you attempt to assign a menu or a menu path to a pushbutton in a SAP GUI screen, which is not allowed. Pushbuttons in SAP are designed to trigger functions or actions, not to display menus.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to assign a menu item or a menu path to a pushbutton instead of a function.
  The configuration or customization of the screen is incorrect, leading to an invalid assignment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Assignment: Ensure that the pushbutton is assigned to a valid function module or a transaction code, not a menu.
  Modify the Screen Layout:
  
  Go to the screen painter (transaction SE80 or SE41).
  Locate the screen where the pushbutton is defined.
  Verify the properties of the pushbutton and ensure that it is linked to a function (like a function module or a method) rather than a menu.
  
  
  Use Function Modules: If you need to perform a specific action, create or use an existing function module that encapsulates the desired functionality and assign that to the pushbutton.
  Testing: After making the changes, test the screen to ensure that the pushbutton behaves as expected without triggering the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for more details on screen programming and pushbutton assignments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) and SE41 (Menu Painter) for screen and menu management.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the screen to trace the assignment and identify any other underlying issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EC113 error and ensure that your pushbuttons function correctly within your SAP application.